BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Metro East Star - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://metroeaststar.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Metro East Star REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20280312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20281105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260501T133018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T133018Z UID:47809-1785420000-1785423600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Johnson Road Branch\n2145 Johnson Road Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-31/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133056Z UID:48966-1785574800-1785578400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Beginner Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Beginner Yoga Class Every Saturday in August Starts at 9 AM Wilson Park Centennial Pavilion off 29th Street Please bring your own mat no registration required \nVenue: Wilson Park\n2900 Benton Street Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/beginner-yoga-class/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260501T133018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T133018Z UID:47810-1785589200-1785600000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Every Saturday\, 1-4 PM Teen Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave Grades 7-12 Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/nintendo-switch-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260501T133019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T133019Z UID:47811-1785751200-1785754800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-32/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133057Z UID:48967-1785859200-1785870000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133058Z UID:48968-1785864600-1785871800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:ARC Angels Foundation : A Mental Health Program for Tweens/Teens\, Grades 5-12 DESCRIPTION:ARC Angels Foundation : A Mental Health Program for Tweens/Teens\, Grades 5-12 Tuesday\, August 4 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Pizza will be served! As young people prepare to take the next steps in life\, many are faced with uncertainty\, pressure\, and major life changes. In this live learning experience\, we focus on helping young lives navigate life transitions by building confidence\, resilience\, and real world readiness. Topics include managing stress\, understanding how transitions can affect our mental health\, building healthy relationships\, and developing life skills such as communication and self-advocacy. Parents & Caregivers are Encouraged to Attend Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/arc-angels-foundation-a-mental-health-program-for-tweens-teens-grades-5-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260501T133020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T133020Z UID:47812-1785951000-1785958200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260501T133020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T133020Z UID:47813-1786024800-1786028400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Johnson Road Branch\n2145 Johnson Road Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-33/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133058Z UID:48969-1786096800-1786100400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Motherhood Support Group DESCRIPTION:Motherhood Support Groups 1st Friday of Month: June 5\, July 3\, and August 7  In-person: SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave at 10 AM Virtual: Zoom at 6 PM to register visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/l1Y1DGQLQEGTUBP8gjL8OQ#/registration Join our community of current or expecting moms to share experiences\, receive information and resources and feel supported in your motherhood journey! Refreshments Provided Resources & Giveaways Guest Speakers Children Welcome – Activities Available Certified Doulas Available As a partnership with the Madison County Alliance for Children and Families\, an Alliance member or library staff will be available to facilitate discussion. **This program is not a replacement for mental health services. Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/motherhood-support-group-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133059Z UID:48970-1786179600-1786183200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Beginner Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Beginner Yoga Class Every Saturday in August Starts at 9 AM Wilson Park Centennial Pavilion off 29th Street Please bring your own mat no registration required \nVenue: Wilson Park\n2900 Benton Street Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/beginner-yoga-class-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T123000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133100Z UID:48971-1786186800-1786192200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Adult Summer Craft Series DESCRIPTION:Adult Summer Craft Series Saturdays 11-12:30PM 18+ Adult craft 2001 Delmar Ave June 13: Clothespin Photo Garlands July 25: Trinket Trays August 8: Coffee Spill Bookmarks Call 618-452-6238 to register \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/adult-summer-craft-series-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133100Z UID:48972-1786194000-1786204800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Every Saturday\, 1-4 PM Teen Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave Grades 7-12 Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/nintendo-switch-22/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133101Z UID:48973-1786197600-1786201200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Pokémon Club DESCRIPTION:Pokémon Club Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 2 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave For children\, grades K-8 Come play\, learn how to play\, or just hang out with other Pokémon fans! \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/pokemon-club-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133101Z UID:48974-1786356000-1786359600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-34/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133102Z UID:48975-1786464000-1786474800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133103Z UID:48976-1786471200-1786478400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Board of Trustees Meeting DESCRIPTION:Board of Trustees Meetings Schedule \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/board-of-trustees-meeting-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133104Z UID:48977-1786555800-1786563000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-23/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133104Z UID:48978-1786629600-1786633200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Johnson Road Branch\n2145 Johnson Road Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-35/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133105Z UID:48979-1786701600-1786705200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers Fridays\, June 12 & 26 Fridays\, July 10 & 24 Fridays\, August 14 & 28 10 AM at SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/play-learn-for-babies-toddlers-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133106Z UID:48980-1786784400-1786788000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Beginner Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Beginner Yoga Class Every Saturday in August Starts at 9 AM Wilson Park Centennial Pavilion off 29th Street Please bring your own mat no registration required \nVenue: Wilson Park\n2900 Benton Street Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/beginner-yoga-class-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133107Z UID:48981-1786788000-1786791600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers Saturday\, June 20 Saturday\, July 18 Saturday\, August 15 10 AM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave Stories\, Songs\, & Slightly Messier Playtime Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/saturday-play-learn-for-babies-toddlers-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133107Z UID:48982-1786791600-1786798800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:All Wound Up DESCRIPTION:All Wound Up Yarn Crafts 11AM – 1PM Saturday\, June 20 – Knitting Saturday\, July 18 – Crochet Amigurumi Saturday\, August 15 – Crochet Amigurumi Limited to 8 people 2145 Johnson Road Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238 \nVenue: Johnson Road Branch\n2145 Johnson Road Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/all-wound-up-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133108Z UID:48983-1786798800-1786809600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Every Saturday\, 1-4 PM Teen Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave Grades 7-12 Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/nintendo-switch-23/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133108Z UID:48984-1786960800-1786964400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-36/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133109Z UID:48985-1787052600-1787058000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Job Search Training Session Series DESCRIPTION:Job Search Training Session Series presented by expert\, Frank Alaniz Keywords for Linkedin Utilizing GIT  – Tuesday\, June 16 Interviewing for the Experienced Worker- Tuesday\, July 21 Ask Frank Day Workforce Consultant – Tuesday\, August 18 11:30 AM-1PM Library Training and Events Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave\, In person and via Zoom. Come in person and receive a five minute review of your resume Registration is required. Please call 618-452-6238 or go to https://tinyurl.com/smrldjobs2025 to register. \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/job-search-training-session-series-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133110Z UID:48986-1787068800-1787079600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133110Z UID:48987-1787160600-1787167800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Niedringhaus Building\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-24/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260601T133111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T133111Z UID:48988-1787234400-1787238000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Johnson Road Branch\n2145 Johnson Road Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-37/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260409T125837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125837Z UID:46675-1797674400-1797782400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Gateway Winter Market DESCRIPTION:Gateway Winter Market \n \nDecember 19th and 20th\, 2026\, from 10:00am-4:00pm \n \n  \n \n  \n \nBreakfast with Santa: Saturday the 19th from 8:00am-10:00am \n \nKids 5 and under Free \n \nAges 6-14 are $12 each ($14.64 with fee) \n \nAges 15 and up are $18 each ($21.05 with fee) \n \n*An Adult Ticket\, Ages 15+\, must be purchased with any Children Tickets. \n \nPurchase your Tickets HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-tickets-1985940869601?aff=oddtdtcreator \n \n  \n \n  \n \nPhotos with Santa: 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE \n \nLocated in Prefunction \n \n  \n \n  \n \nSensory Inclusive Santa: Sunday 20th from 10:00am-2:00pm \n \nSign up for your spot HERE: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/l6yDVtpaNEOOZdh6lfDfTRFKft4TmlU8Y2OVxHIOVOOLfQeT/762171820062/false/#/invitation \n \n  \n \n  \n \nVendor Information: \n \nInterested in being a Vendor at the upcoming Gateway Winter Market? Please email the Show Producer Anni at amierisch@gatewaycenter.com\, or call our Front Office at 618-345-8998 for more Information. \nVenue: Gateway Convention Center\n1 Gateway Drive Collinsville IL 62234 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/gateway-winter-market/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/456F66FF-ACC1-4658-B86E3DBF5A4DE91B.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270124T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T023317 CREATED:20260409T125834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125834Z UID:46673-1800795600-1800808200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Gateway Wedding Show DESCRIPTION:The Gateway Wedding Show features many different vendors that can help brides\, grooms\, & event planners personalize their upcoming special event! \nFor the couples that just got engaged\, or the event planners just starting off\, the show will feature everything they need. For those who are just looking for fresh ideas and inspiration\, there will be plenty of new ideas on display.   \nThe Gateway Wedding Show takes the stress out of planning your next event! In just a few hours\, you can meet more vendors than you could visit in a month. We bring you a face-to-face sampling of virtually everything you’ll need to plan your perfect event! \nVenue: Gateway Convention Center\n1 Gateway Drive Collinsville IL 62234 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/gateway-wedding-show-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/92129FC2-33E0-4400-8A2030D7CEBDD7A6.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR